
Royals Open Two-Game Series with Lions at Home on la Noche de Los Royales
December 8, 2023 - ECHL (ECHL)
Reading Royals News Release
Reading, PA - The Reading Royals, proud affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers and Lehigh Valley Phantoms, open a two-game home series against the Trois-Rivières Lions at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, December 8 at Santander Arena.
The home game is a La Noche de Los Royales promotional game - presented by Visions Federal Credit Union. The game will feature a live DJ, Spanish-speaking in-arena MC, salsa dancing, and a pregame Happy Hour (6-7 PM) to celebrate Reading's Latin American culture.
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Royals Right Now:
Reading hoists a 5-11-1-1 record after falling to the Adirondack Thunder, 2-1, on Wednesday, December 6 at Cool Insuring Arena. Joe Nardi scored the lone goal (6) in the one-goal game loss. Matt Brown tied Nardi for the team lead in assists (12) and points (18). Will Zmolek earned his first assist and second point in a Royals sweater.
Forward Ryan Chyzowski, loaned yesterday to Reading from Lehigh Valley, leads the Royals in goals (10)
Scouting the Lions:
Trois-Rivières (12-8-0-0) leads the North Division and ranks second in the Eastern Conference standings with 24 points through 20 games. Forward Anthony Beauregard leads the Lions in points (19) and assists (11). Rookie forward Jakov Novak leads the team in goals (9).
The Lions are coming off of a 6-1 loss to the Maine Mariners on Wednesday, December 6. They have played eight of their last nine games on the road, dropping four of their last five road contests.
The Royals split their two-game season opening series with the Lions. Reading dropped the first game in their home opener, 4-3, on Saturday, October 28 before winning game two, 7-6, on Sunday, October 29.
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The game will be streamed live on the Royals Broadcast Network available on the following platforms:
FloSports: flosports.link/3yarTg4
Mixlr: mixlr.com/readingroyals
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Upcoming Games:
Military Appreciation / Teddy Bear Toss Night - Dec. 9 vs. Trois-Rivières
Join us as we salute our armed forces
Toss your teddy bears/stuffed animals onto the ice after the Royals' first goal
Military Appreciation specialty jersey
Slapshot Saturday presented by Albright College
Giveaway: Camo bucket hat
Taylor Swift Night (Royals Version) - Dec. 15 vs. Worcester
Sing your heart out as we celebrate Reading's own Taylor Swift!
Taylor Swift music playlist throughout the game
Friendship bracelet making
Dress as your favorite Taylor Swift Era
Swiftie trivia
New Years Eve Pajama Party - Dec. 31 vs. Worcester
Help us ring in the New Year with a PJ party at the rink!
Balloon drop
New Years Eve specialty jersey
Post-game jersey auction*
Clothe the Community Night - Jan. 12 vs. Maine - Presented by Community Aid Thrift Stores
Help us collect and provide clothing for our community with Community Aid Thrift Stores
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2023-24 Season Memberships
Reading Royals Season Memberships, six-game plans, ten-game plans, and group tickets are available for the 2023-24 season now by visiting the Royals' box office at Santander Arena or by calling 610-898-7825.
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